Sakad - Niwali, Barwani
Sakad is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Sakad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakad is 478540. The village covers a total geographical area of 777.92 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sakad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakad
As per Census 2011, Sakad village has a total population of 1,773 people, consisting of 934 males and 839 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 356 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 622 literate and 1,151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,665 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sakad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,773 | 934 | 839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 356 | 187 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 42 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,665 | 881 | 784 |
| Literate Population | 622 | 405 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 529 | 622 |
Nearby Villages of Sakad
Sakad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chatli | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Bhoorapani | South | 2.88 km |
| Pipaldhar | East | 3.34 km |
| Kukdiya | North | 3.37 km |
| Kunjari | West | 3.40 km |
| Merkhedi | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Gawadi | South-East | 4.73 km |
| Borli | North | 5.58 km |
| Bhensdad | South-West | 5.68 km |
| Chichaba | South-West | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sakad
Sakad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sindkheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Sakad is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Sakad is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sakad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sakad
Where is Sakad located?
Sakad village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakad?
Sakad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sakad?
The pincode of Sakad is 451666.
What is the population of Sakad?
Sakad has a total population of 1,773, including 934 males and 839 females.
How many households are there in Sakad?
There are 320 households in Sakad.
What is the literacy rate in Sakad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakad is 35.08%. Male literacy is 43.36% and female literacy is 25.86%.